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We know that starting lessons is a big step and we want you to feel confident
booking with us. If you are not completely satisfied,
we'll help you find a new teacher or you can receive a refund for any unused lessons
within the first year from the date of purchase.

Blues Guitar

Levels Taught:

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

I have been playing guitar for over 20 years and teaching for about eight. I studied classical and jazz guitar at the University of Central Florida, but I've been playing blues and rock guitar for almost 15 years now.

I am happy to teach the basics of blues guitar to the beginner or intermediate player - chord progressions and harmonic theory that underscores blues music, pentatonic and other appropriate scales and modes, rhythm and syncopation, and perhaps most importantly - how to improvise on the guitar.

Gio delivers an exceptional lesson experience and ranks in the top
15% of our teachers nationwide.

Teaches students:

Ages 1+

Teaching since:

January 2005

I studied music at UCF (Orlando), focusing on classical and jazz guitar, but I also have years of experience playing rock, blues, folk, hip-hop, and musical theater on both guitar and drums.

I have been teaching guitar, drums, and piano for about eight years to students of all ages. Music is what I'm passionate about and it's what I enjoy. I want to inspire that same passion into the hearts and minds of others.

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I am a laid-back teacher, fun, and I focus on the needs, abilities, and ambitions of the student. In turn, students must realize that learning an instrument takes a lot of work and dedication. One can't expect to learn very much if s/he only practices or thinks about the instrument during the lesson. If the student is willing to put some time into practicing, then I will help them go far!

Band Director

Jan 2017 - Present

MS 244

As of January 2017, I am the band director at the New School for Leadership and the Arts in Kingsbridge (MS244 in the Bronx). I work with grades 6-8 in varying class sizes, teaching strings (violin, cello), brass (trumpet), woodwinds (clarinet, flute, saxophones), guitar, piano, bass, and drums. More than anything, I teach my students how to play as an ensemble, no matter their individual skill level.

Music Instructor

Jan 2005 - Present

Private Music Lessons

I began teaching guitar and drums in 2005, with students of all ages. I've taught both individual lessons and group lessons on both, and I've worked with young children (even infants and toddlers), teenagers, and adults. Over the years, I have also taken on students of percussion, harmonica, piano, mandolin, and bass guitar as well.

English

Spanish

1 lesson and he wants to go back so it is a win for me.. Gio is an educator and knowledgeable on many instruments.

Steve
May 6, 2016

Guitar·In studio

Gio is an encouraging and helpful teacher!

Julianne
Apr 26, 2016

Piano·In studio

My son Joseph just completed his 5th lesson with Gio and he LOVES his piano classes. Gio is very patient and dedicated to Joseph. Glad that my son is taking lessons from him.

Jeniffer S.
Mar 30, 2016

Piano·In studio

He's very pleasant, patient and easy to understand.

Nathaniel E.
Jan 14, 2016

Guitar·In home

My son has learned alot with Gio so far. He is very patient, professional and wonderful working with my son who is now 8 years old. I look forward to many more lessons.

Cynthia X.
Jan 11, 2016

Mandolin·In home

Gio is priceless!Gio has been working with our 3 year old teaching him the mandolin for 6 months now. We find his commitment,expertise+personality impeccable. I would advise you to take lessons from no other. He is a star!

Anneliese Scheef
Nov 18, 2015

Ukulele·In studio

Very patient with an older student with unclear goals.

Lesly C.
Sep 9, 2015

Guitar·In studio

Great, very understanding.

TC G.
Sep 8, 2015

Harmonica·Online

Great!!!

Noah F.
Aug 31, 2015

Mandolin·In home

Gio is outstanding!look no further.

Desiree M.
Jun 4, 2015

Guitar·In studio

Im really excited to learn more

Rich P.
Mar 20, 2015

Harmonica·Online

Gio is great. He knows his stuff and makes the lessons fun while teaching.

Charles W.
Sep 15, 2014

Clarinet·In studio

Gio has been wonderfully patient with my efforts as a total beginner. His instructions are clear and helpful, and he has provided a good mix of motivation and encouragement. Highly recommended!

Kristina T.
Feb 10, 2014

Guitar·

Great, creative teacher

Gio has a great way of thinking outside the box and teaching my daughter each week. He uses creative methods to engage her and help her relate to the material and provides easy instructions for practicing during the week. He is patient and easy going which allows for her not to feel overwhelmed as she's just learning the guitar. I'm very happy with how he's teaching her!

Gio truly focuses on the student's needs. I've met too many self-absorbed musicians in the past, but Gio really pays attention to details in the student's playing. He is excellent at teaching technique and was the first guitar teacher to help me fix physical problems regarding posture and arm tension. His kind, easy-going manner makes a student comfortable. He has a wealth of musical knowledge to share.